littlekev Posted April 1, 2020 Report Share Posted April 1, 2020 (edited) Hi all, got my rear axle removed, old bushes removed and axle shotblasted. Have ordered standard axle bushes which are winging their way to me now. Any tips on fitting the new ones or will I need a special tool/press. Thanks in advance Edited April 1, 2020 by littlekev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LR5V Posted April 1, 2020 Report Share Posted April 1, 2020 To be honest poly bushes just slide in with a little bit of encouragement - with no real need for special tools There are model specific removal kits, but I would go for something more universal - have a look for kits similar to this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/26pcs-Universal-Press-Pull-Sleeve-Kit-Remove-Install-Bushes-Bearings-Garage-Tool/382568256495?epid=11023938932&hash=item5912d853ef:g:ZDcAAOSwXAFdv5kH once done, you can add it to your armoury or punt it on Gumtree to get most of your money back. You can fashion a puller out of M10 threaded rod, nuts and sockets, but in these strange times unless - you already have them it may be hard to get your hands on them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2 Posted April 1, 2020 Report Share Posted April 1, 2020 6 hours ago, littlekev said: Hi all, got my rear axle removed, old bushes removed and axle shotblasted. Have ordered standard axle bushes which are winging their way to me now. Any tips on fitting the new ones or will I need a special tool/press. Thanks in advance Pic please! Seeing shiney new looking rear beams is a rare treat.... I have 3 to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted April 2, 2020 Report Share Posted April 2, 2020 12 hours ago, LR5V said: To be honest poly bushes just slide in with a little bit of encouragement - with no real need for special tools There are model specific removal kits, but I would go for something more universal - have a look for kits similar to this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/26pcs-Universal-Press-Pull-Sleeve-Kit-Remove-Install-Bushes-Bearings-Garage-Tool/382568256495?epid=11023938932&hash=item5912d853ef:g:ZDcAAOSwXAFdv5kH once done, you can add it to your armoury or punt it on Gumtree to get most of your money back. You can fashion a puller out of M10 threaded rod, nuts and sockets, but in these strange times unless - you already have them it may be hard to get your hands on them Bolt place next to my unit is open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlekev Posted April 2, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2020 Thanks all, I'll give it a bash. I haven't given it a final coat of paint until I've fitted the bushes as I dont want to scratch it . 🤣🤣 I'll post pics after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlekev Posted April 2, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2020 Found a couple of big washers from old coilovers, a spacer and a bolt, worked a treat.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2 Posted April 2, 2020 Report Share Posted April 2, 2020 It's in great condition. Gotta get it galvanised... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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